Professional Summary
Professional Overview
Pat O'Mahoney is a seasoned supply chain and operations professional with over 20 years of experience in the healthcare industry. As the Director of Strategic Sourcing at Advocate Health, he is responsible for leading the organization's strategic sourcing and procurement initiatives, driving cost savings, and fostering collaborative partnerships with key suppliers.
Experience Summary
Current Role
As the Director of Strategic Sourcing at Advocate Health, Pat is responsible for developing and executing the organization's strategic sourcing strategy. He oversees a team of procurement professionals, manages the sourcing of critical goods and services, and ensures the efficient and cost-effective procurement of resources. Under his leadership, Advocate Health has achieved significant cost savings and strengthened its supplier relationships, contributing to the organization's overall operational excellence.
Career Progression
Prior to his current role, Pat held various leadership positions within the healthcare industry. As the Sourcing Manager at Advocate Aurora Health, he played a pivotal role in optimizing the organization's procurement processes, driving supplier negotiations, and implementing innovative sourcing strategies. Before that, he served as a Managing Consultant at Berkeley Research Group, where he provided strategic advisory services to healthcare clients. Earlier in his career, Pat held roles as the Director of Technical Sales at Cardinal Health and as an RN Inventory Nurse Specialist in the OR at Edward Hospital, where he gained valuable insights into the operational and clinical aspects of healthcare delivery.
Academic Background
Pat holds a Bachelor of Science in Nursing from the University of Illinois at Chicago, where he graduated with honors. His nursing background and deep understanding of healthcare operations have significantly contributed to his success in supply chain management and strategic sourcing roles.
Areas of Expertise
- Strategic sourcing and procurement
- Supply chain optimization
- Cost savings and cost avoidance initiatives
- Supplier relationship management
- Healthcare operations and clinical expertise
- Data-driven decision-making and analytics
- Cross-functional collaboration and team leadership
Professional Impact
During his tenure at Advocate Health, Pat has played a key role in driving the organization's strategic sourcing and procurement initiatives. He has successfully implemented a comprehensive supplier rationalization program, resulting in over $10 million in annual cost savings. Additionally, he has spearheaded the development of a robust supplier performance management framework, which has enhanced the organization's supplier relationships and improved the quality and reliability of critical supplies.
Conclusion
With his extensive experience, deep industry knowledge, and demonstrated track record of success, Pat O'Mahoney is a highly valued asset to the Advocate Health team. He continues to play a pivotal role in leveraging strategic sourcing and procurement strategies to support the organization's overall operational and financial objectives.
